Video

“Littoral Drift” 3:24

In this video, produced on the occasion of a monumental commission for 555 Greenwich Avenue, Meghann Riepenhoff showcases her groundbreaking approach to cyanotype photography, where the ocean itself becomes both subject and collaborator. Riepenhoff surrenders to the unpredictable forces of waves, wind, and weather. She speaks about society’s disconnect from the environment and reflects on her transition from the darkroom to the shoreline as a point of reconnection.

“Artist Talk | Meghann Riepenhoff at SFMOMA on October 20, 2022” 58:53

In this recording of her SFMOMA artist talk, Meghann Riepenhoff joined Curator and Head of Photography Erin O’Toole in conversation on the occasion of Sightlines: Photographs from the Collection. Riepenhoff and O’Toole discussed the collaborative nature of Riepenhoff’s process, impermanence, influence, and environmentalism, all considered within the current discourse and history of photography. The exhibition coincided with the release of Riepenhoff’s second monograph, Ice. Writer Rebecca Solnit, who contributed an essay to the monograph, gave a reading at the event, as images of Riepenhoff’s work glowed behind her.

“SF Camerawork — Meghann Riepenhoff in conversation with Emily Lambert” 51:56

A conversation at SF Camerawork between artist Meghann Riepenhoff and Emily Lambert, Associate Director, Fraenkel Gallery. Riepenhoff’s exhibition of cyanotypes, entitled Littoral Drift, was on view at SFC from December 10, 2015 – February 3, 2016.

“Artists Talk About Their Works in Ansel Adams in Our Time” 1:16:14

A panel featuring Ansel Adams in Our Time artists Binh Danh, Lucas Foglia, and Meghann Riepenhoff, and hear about their photography practices and processes. This conversation was facilitated by Karen Haas, Lane Curator of Photographs at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.